Problem Analysis:
The task involves completing a table that links vitamins and minerals to the diseases resulting from their deficiency and the rich sources of these nutrients. The table is partially filled, and we need to ensure all entries are accurate and complete.
Table Breakdown:
1.
Vitamin A:
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Disease resulting from deficiency: Night-blindness.
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Rich source of nutrient: Carrots (correct).
2.
Vitamin C:
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Disease resulting from deficiency: Scurvy.
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Rich source of nutrient: Oranges (correct).
3.
Vitamin D:
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Disease resulting from deficiency: Rickets.
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Rich source of nutrient: Whole milk (correct).
4.
Iron:
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Disease resulting from deficiency: Anaemia.
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Rich source of nutrient: Red meat and green vegetables (correct).
5.
Calcium:
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Disease resulting from deficiency: Weak teeth and bones.
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Rich source of nutrient: Milk (correct).
Solution Explanation:
The table is already complete with accurate information for each vitamin or mineral listed. Here’s a summary of the connections:
1.
Vitamin A:
- Deficiency leads to
Night-blindness.
- Found abundantly in
Carrots.
2.
Vitamin C:
- Deficiency leads to
Scurvy.
- Found abundantly in
Oranges.
3.
Vitamin D:
- Deficiency leads to
Rickets.
- Found abundantly in
Whole milk.
4.
Iron:
- Deficiency leads to
Anaemia.
- Found abundantly in
Red meat and green vegetables.
5.
Calcium:
- Deficiency leads to
Weak teeth and bones.
- Found abundantly in
Milk.
Final Answer:
The table is already complete and accurate. No further action is required.
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\boxed{\text{The table is complete and correct as provided.}}
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Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of balanced diet worksheet.
